How long is the Bikeability course?

How long is the Bikeability course?

5-day
About the courses Our 5-day courses look after 12 riders. It covers: bike checks. control skills.

What is Bikeability training?

Bikeability is the government’s national cycle training programme. It helps you learn practical skills and understand how to cycle on today’s roads. Bikeability gives everyone the confidence to cycle and enjoy this skill for life. For all levels of experience. Qualified, expert instructors.

What is the Bikeability scheme?

Bikeability is a cycle training programme that teaches children practical skills and gives them the understanding and expertise they need to ride their bikes on the road. It replaces the old-fashioned Cycling Proficiency courses that many of us did as children.

Does the cycling proficiency test still exist?

The Cycling Proficiency Test was a test given by Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents which served as a minimum recommended standard for cycling on British roads. It was superseded by the National Standards for Cycle Training, branded Bikeability, in England in 2007.

Are Bikeability courses free?

We offer free cycle training in schools, group cycle training for families, and group and one-to-one training sessions for adults over 16, who live, work or study in the borough.

Do Bikeability instructors get paid?

All our cycle training is paid at an hourly rate as a freelance instructor. *Trainee instructors will be deemed fully qualified after their training period of 100 allocated school hours has been completed.

What age is Bikeability for?

Bikeability is primarily introduced to children during in-school programs from the school years of Year 5 to Year 7 (ages 9 to 12). However, Bikeability is available to people of all ages.

Is it safe to cycle UK?

However, around 59% of non-cyclists in Britain feel that it is too dangerous for them to cycle on the roads. Overall, the UK has a good road safety record – but for cycle safety in particular, it is one of the poorer performing countries in Europe.

Can adults learn to cycle?

With patience, persistence, encouragement – and the right technique – nearly every adult can learn to ride a bike, whatever their age.

Is CPD a requirement of a Bikeability instructor?

Instructor CPD For example instructors could be required to undertake a minimum level/type of CPD each year in order to maintain their status as an active Bikeability instructor. The industry development group should help to determine the level and type of CPD required.

How do I become a cycle instructor?

Here are the main steps to becoming an indoor cycling instructor:

1. Get certified – choose a certification course for indoor cycling instructors.
2. Keep practicing – maintain a practicing routine to keep you fit.
3. Get insured – after getting certified, you’ll likely need indoor cycling instructor insurance to find work.

Can cyclists go on a roads?

According to the Highway Code, yes it is! But only if there are no signs on the A road that depict cyclists not being allowed. Cyclists are also not allowed to join part of an A road if that part of it is designated as a motorway – for example, the A1(M).

Is there free adult bike training in Plymouth?

Plymouth SSP are pleased to be able to offer free adult cycle training sessions for anyone who lives, works or studies in Plymouth delivered in partnership with Plymouth City Council and its Plymotion programme funded through the DfT’s Access Fund.

Where does Cycle Training Level 2 take place?

Level 2 takes place on local streets, giving trainees a real cycling experience. Level 3 equips trainees with skills for more challenging roads and traffic situations. Bikeability Balance is a fun activity that helps children learn how to cycle. Bikeability Learn to Ride is designed for those children, who are unable to cycle.

Which is the best programme for cycle training?

Bikeability is today’s cycle training programme. It’s like cycling proficiency, but better! At Level 1, new riders learn to control and master their bikes in a space away from traffic. Level 2 takes place on local streets, giving trainees a real cycling experience.

Where can I get free adult cycle training?

ALSO ON OFFER ADULT CYCLE CONFIDENCE SESSIONS IN DEVON (EXLUDING TORBAY AND PLYMOUTH) Plymouth SSP are pleased to be able to offer free adult cycle training sessions for anyone who lives, works or studies in Devon (excluding Plymouth and Torbay) delivered in partnership with Devon County Council.